College & Education
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The FAFSA opens the door to all financial aid. So if you missed one of the deadlines, you’re probably freaking out. But there are ways to get college funding, even if you didn’t turn your FAFSA in on time.
If you’re living under the crushing burden of student loan debt, it’s natural to wonder how to get rid of it. I know I am. Who wouldn’t want to wake up one morning, log into their account, and see a balance of zero? I don’t think I’m understating it to say it would change my
If you’re like me, the student loan payment pause is a huge burden off your shoulders. Even enrolled in an income-driven repayment plan, I typically have to pay nearly $700 per month on top of all the other typical monthly expenses. And as a parent with a little mouth to feed, it’s a lot. But
The federal government has put federal student loan repayment on hold until Aug. 31, 2022, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. But they can’t extend it forever. Moreover, if you’ve got private student loan debt, your payments haven’t been on hold. Whether you’re dreading the impending deadline on your federal loans or are living paycheck
You’ve got a mortgage to pay, child care to cover, groceries to buy — you’re tapped out. And yet you still have to find a way to make that student loan payment that comes due every month. I get it. I’ve been there myself. Fortunately, if you have federal student loans, you have options. There
Student loan debt can be a huge burden that can take decades to pay off. On the bright side, if you’re looking for a way to pay off your student loans faster, there’s an app for that. These are the best apps to help you pay down your student debt faster.
It’s a common myth that you can’t file for bankruptcy on student loans. It isn’t easy and won’t work for everyone. But if you qualify, you could be out of debt sooner than you think. Just follow these steps.
You want to do all you can for your children. But diverting money from your retirement to cover your kids’ college expenses can lead to financial disaster. Learn how to decide whether to save for retirement, your kids’ education, or both.
High student loan payments make it hard when emergencies like medical bills or car repairs crop up. Forbearance lets you temporarily pause your payment so you can use your money for other things. But it’s vital to understand what you’re getting into and carefully weigh your options first.
No matter where you went to college, one thing most graduates have in common is a significant amount of student loan debt. Trying to manage it all can feel overwhelming regardless of your financial situation. Whether you’re looking for a way to stretch a tight budget or pay off your loans faster, consolidation or refinancing
Whether you’re going for an undergraduate degree or pursuing grad school, skyrocketing tuition costs mean few students can avoid borrowing student loans. To save the most money, it helps to borrow wisely. Knowing how to compare student loan options like repayment terms and interest rate types can save you thousands in the long run. But
No one sets out to fall behind on their student loans. But default comes with serious consequences, including wage garnishment, tax refund and Social Security benefit seizure, and damage to your credit report that could last for seven years. You may have heard of bill or credit card debt settlement, but is it possible to